Assagio, Honolulu

While the sophisticated, minimalist decor might suggest otherwise, this restaurant welcomes families. The dress code is casual. Pasta, seafood and grilled meats are served. A signature menu item is the Chicken Vegetable Linguine ($14). At lunchtime, each menu item is priced about $2 lower than at dinner. This is one of four such restaurants on O'ahu. The small chain is popular because of its reasonable prices, extensive menu and comfortable atmosphere. It is equally suitable for business lunches, happy hours or family dinners.